Mechanics/Motor Vehicle Technology Teacher

(Unqualified Teacher Pay Scale/Main Pay Scale/Upper Pay Scale + SEN dependant on experience and qualifications)
Location: Nightingale Community Academy, Tooting, SW17 7DF Hours: Full Time Permanent

Closing Date: 29/10/2021


Job Description

This unique opportunity would allow you to set up a new curriculum delivering ABC and City and Guilds qualifications to very small groups of students aged 14-19 in an impressive workshop space.

Job Description – Mechanics Motor Vehicle Teacher

Person Specification

We are looking for an experienced practitioner with the passion, knowledge and skills to deliver Entry Level 3- Level 2 qualifications to young people with a range of special educational needs. You will need to have enthusiasm and patience to personalise learning and have the communication skills needed to make network links with local industry to help our students transition from sixth form to employment or further training.

You will have high expectations, a love of challenge and a determination to make a difference to the lives of our learners. For the right candidates we can also offer the opportunity for additional leadership responsibility to make full use of any previous experience.

Person Specification – Mechanics Motor Vehicle Teacher

Further Information

Nightingale Community Academy caters for learners aged 5-19 who have Social, Emotional and Mental Health as their primary SEN need. Some learners also have Autistic Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, or other learning difficulties. At Nightingale Community Academy we are committed to raising the expectations of our learner group, removing barriers to learning and delivering attainment at the highest level.

It is strongly advised that you contact the school to arrange a visit. To arrange, or to discuss the post further with the Principal or Assistant Principal please email info@nightingaleca.org or phone to make an appointment.

Application Guidance

To apply for the role please click here. You will be redirected to apply via our online TES portal.

Please note that CV applications will not be considered and you will be redirected to complete an application prior to shortlisting for interview.

Applications close:  12pm; Friday 29th October 2021

Interview:  Starting from the 1st of November 2021

Nightingale Community Academy and OHC&AT are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointments made are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

The principal and leadership team, well supported by the Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust, have provided strong leadership, which has had a positive impact on the school’s effectiveness. As a result, there have been improvements in all areas, most noticeably in pupils’ behaviour and attitudes, the curriculum and in the wider opportunities for pupils.

Ofsted, February 2019

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